Coimbatore–Chennai Central Superfast express (Train Nos 12681/12682) is a weekly

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run by

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between Coimbatore city Junction and

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Service

The train starts on Fridays from Coimbatore and on Saturdays from Chennai Central, covering a total distance of in approximately 8 hours.

Schedule

Route and stations

This train passes through five intermediate stations:

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Halt

All stops for 12681; runs only on Saturday All stops for 12682; runs only on Friday

Rake sharing

The Coimbatore–Chennai Central express has a rake sharing arrangement with the (Train No 12647/12648)

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LOCO

The train is pulled by

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Coach composition

The train has standard ICF rakes with a maximum speed of 110 kmph. * 1 AC II tier * 2 AC III tier * 14 sleeper coaches * 3 general * 2 second-class luggage/parcel van

References

External links

12681 Time Table

12682 Time Table

12647 Time Table
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